City of Quincy Mound Street Beach Park Ropes Course Re-Bid 2026
City of QuincyCity · Quincy, MA- Due
- Mar 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 30, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kathryn R. Logan
- (617) 376-1060
The 30-second brief
The City of Quincy, through its Department of Natural Resources, is soliciting re-bids for the design, construction, and installation of a high and low ropes challenge course at Mound Street Beach Park. The project includes 5 low ropes elements (e.g., Mobile Spiderweb, Whale Watch) and various high ropes elements (e.g., Rock Ramp, Log Ladder, Cargo Net) constructed on telephone poles. The awarded contractor must be an ACCT Professional Vendor Member and follow ANSI/ACCT 03-2019 standards. Requirements include prevailing wage compliance, a $1,000 per day liquidated damages clause, and specific insurance coverage. Bids are due by March 19, 2026, with work expected to commence by April 13, 2026, and reach substantial completion by September 28, 2026.
Price Proposal Page, Three references, Quincy Tax Compliance Certificate, Signature Authorization, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Debarment and Indemnity Agreement
Lowest total price from a responsive and responsible bidder meeting all minimum specifications
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Summary
The City of Quincy, through its Department of Natural Resources, is soliciting re-bids for the design, construction, and installation of a high and low ropes challenge course at Mound Street Beach Park.
The project includes 5 low ropes elements (e.g., Mobile Spiderweb, Whale Watch) and various high ropes elements (e.g., Rock Ramp, Log Ladder, Cargo Net) constructed on telephone poles. The awarded contractor must be an ACCT Professional Vendor Member and follow ANSI/ACCT 03-2019 standards. Requirements include prevailing wage compliance, a $1,000 per day liquidated damages clause, and specific insurance coverage. Bids are due by March 19, 2026, with work expected to commence by April 13, 2026, and reach substantial completion by September 28, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest total price from a responsive and responsible bidder meeting all minimum specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Price Proposal Page
- Three references
- Quincy Tax Compliance Certificate
- Signature Authorization
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Debarment and Indemnity Agreement
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Price Proposal Page
- Reference List
- Tax Compliance Certificate
- Signature Authorization
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Certification Relating to Debarment and Suspension
- Indemnity Agreement
- Submit to
- Office of the Purchasing Department; City Hall; 1305 Hancock Street; Quincy, MA 02169
- Scope location
- Quincy, MA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Quincy?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of the Purchasing Department; City Hall; 1305 Hancock Street; Quincy, MA 02169. For questions, contact Kathryn R. Logan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Quincy in MA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Kathryn R. Logan at (617) 376-1060. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Price Proposal Page, Three references, Quincy Tax Compliance Certificate, Signature Authorization, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Debarment and Indemnity Agreement. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest total price from a responsive and responsible bidder meeting all minimum specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Quincy?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Quincy are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Quincy regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Price Proposal Page, Reference List, Tax Compliance Certificate, Signature Authorization, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certification Relating to Debarment and Suspension, Indemnity Agreement. Review the full document from City of Quincy for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Quincy, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.